The Chairman, Delta State Primary Health Care Development Agency, Dr. Isioma Okobah has alleged the extortion of mothers and care givers during routine immunization. Okobah who made the allegation said “immunization is free” in Asaba today during the state social mobilization meeting.
According to her there were several reports from Issele-Uku, Issele-Azagba, Patani ,Oshimili South and other places, saying nurses and midwives were extorting mothers before giving routine immunization to the children.
She warned that dire consequences awaited anyone caught, adding that the agency has put mechanisms in place to check such unpleasant acts.She said the state government has made all provisions required in procuring vaccines and other facilities to ensure that vaccination is free.